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Maths A Level at Monkwearmouth Sixth Form College

Course description

This
is one of the most demanding, yet rewarding subjects in the post 16 curriculum. Students who have a good qualifications in post-16 mathematics go on to have
jobs which earn up to £20 000 a year more than students who do not have equivalent qualifications.
A-level Maths provides students with a thorough grounding in the mathematical tools and techniques often needed in the workplace. The logic and reasoning skills developed by
studying A-level Maths make sure the qualification is widely respected even in non-mathematical arenas.
If you enjoy GCSE Mathematics and you wish to develop your ability to reason logically then A Level Mathematics could be the topic for you.

Entry requirements

In order to be considered for this course, a Grade 7 or above in GCSE Mathematics would
be desirable. Should you still wish to be considered with a Grade 6, you should request an interview with the course leader Mr Doran.

Assessment

100% Examination Year 13.

Future opportunities

Over 90% of students who do A-level Mathematics do not go on to do mathematics degrees.
The mathematics they learn and the skills they develop by doing A-level Mathematics are essential for degree level subjects such as physics and engineering and are also widely used in other subjects such as economics, chemistry, biology and social sciences.
Students working towards degrees in these subjects are often surprised by how much mathematics they use at university. Numbers taking A-level Mathematics have grown strongly in recent years as it provides a foundation for further studies in a variety of subjects
including Science and Engineering.

How to apply

If you want to apply for this course, you will need to contact Monkwearmouth Sixth Form College directly.